The Top 4 Castles around Stoke
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 4
beautiful castles to choose from around Stoke. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Stoke. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: November 16, 2025
Hadleigh Castle
Highlight • Castle
You can visit Hadleigh Castle for free and admire the ruins that have succumbed to the soft London clay on which it was built. The castle was first built in …
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View of Rochester Castle and Cathedral from Castle Hill
Highlight • Historical Site
Rochester is a great town for sightseeing and cafe stops, a must visit on a ride from London to Kent (or back). Castle Hill is one of the highlights, with a great view of the castle and the cathedral.
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Cooling Castle Gatehouse
Highlight • Monument
Cooling castle is a 14th century quadrangle castle, built to defend french raids on the Thames estuary.
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View of Upnor Castle
Highlight • Castle
Look across the River to Upnor and it's Castle. Built in the Elizabethan times to defend Chatham Dockyard and the Medway it is currently owned by English Heritage.
During the Summer it holds outdoor plays during the evening.
During the Summer it holds outdoor plays during the evening.
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